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Online BHRT Clinics: What to Know
The honest answer is: it varies significantly by clinic.
Legitimate Online BHRT Clinics (Yes, Real Doctors)
Better options include:
- Midi Health - Licensed physicians and NPs specializing in menopause/perimenopause, good monitoring protocols
- Alloy - Board-certified menopause specialists, requires lab work
- Gennev - Menopause-certified clinicians, structured follow-up
- Winona - Licensed physicians, requires health history review
- Defy Medical - More comprehensive monitoring including regular bloodwork
What Legitimate Clinics Should Do
✅ Require baseline lab work before prescribing ✅ Schedule follow-up appointments ✅ Adjust doses based on symptoms AND labs ✅ Screen for contraindications ✅ Use licensed physicians or NPs
Red Flags to Avoid
❌ No lab requirements before prescribing ❌ One-size-fits-all dosing ❌ No physician consultation ❌ Compounding pharmacies with no oversight ❌ Subscription boxes without medical review
Bottom Line
Midi and Alloy are generally considered among the more medically rigorous options. However, for complex cases, an in-person endocrinologist or menopause specialist offers the most thorough monitoring.
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